1
as in to modify
to limit the meaning of (as a noun)
qualifying the noun "adventure" in the title of your story with a descriptive adjective would make it more attention-grabbing
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2
as in to prepare
to make competent (as by training, skill, or ability) for a particular office or function
raising five children has qualified her to be an advice columnist on parenting
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as in to entitle
to give a right to
this coupon qualifies the bearer for an extra 15% off the discounted price
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as in to enable
to give official or legal power to
passing the state bar exam will qualify you to practice law
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Recent Examples of qualify
Parcels sent through the international postal network that would usually qualify for de minimis will, after May 2, be subject to a duty rate of either 30 percent of their value or $25 per item (a fee that will increase to $50 after June 1).
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Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 8 Apr. 2025
The broker listed an income that qualified the household for a large subsidy that fully offset the monthly premium cost, so the couple never received a bill.
—Julie Appleby, CBS News, 8 Apr. 2025
The platform is not yet populated enough to qualify as the internet’s new town square.
—Kyle Chayka, New Yorker, 7 Apr. 2025
Winning and placing high in any tournament on the PGA Tour is a prestigious honor, but many players are focused on qualifying for The Masters in the last few weeks leading into the first major of the season.
—Ron Estes, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Mar. 2025
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Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 8 Apr. 2025
The broker listed an income that qualified the household for a large subsidy that fully offset the monthly premium cost, so the couple never received a bill.
—Julie Appleby, CBS News, 8 Apr. 2025
The platform is not yet populated enough to qualify as the internet’s new town square.
—Kyle Chayka, New Yorker, 7 Apr. 2025
Winning and placing high in any tournament on the PGA Tour is a prestigious honor, but many players are focused on qualifying for The Masters in the last few weeks leading into the first major of the season.
—Ron Estes, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for qualify
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The developers talked to drone operators about their combat experience with commercial Chinese thermal imaging cameras and modified their design accordingly.—
David Hambling,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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Each Boost plan can be modified with Add-Ons for an additional charge.—
Iyaz Akhtar,
PC Magazine,
8 Apr. 2025
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The news broke as the Kings were preparing to play the Denver Nuggets on Wednesday at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento.—
Jason Anderson,
Sacbee.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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The move comes just as the U.S. prepares to deploy the USNS Comfort, a Navy hospital ship, to the region in a show of presence and partnership.—
Jasmine Baehr,
FOXNews.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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Whether a defendant who produces credible evidence of such a final, unanimous, and unannounced acquittal is entitled to a post-trial hearing to substantiate the fact of such acquittal.—
Michael Ruiz,
FOXNews.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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Additionally, shareholders taking part in the process are entitled to interest of five percent above the Federal Reserve interest rate, which equates to roughly nine percent from when the deal closed to the court’s decision, though companies are allowed to prepay to save on accrual.—
Winston Cho,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Apr. 2025
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In April 2022, prosecutors say Santos falsely reported a $500,000 personal loan to his campaign, enabling him to boast an $800,000 Q1 fundraising haul.—
Jason Volack,
ABC News,
5 Apr. 2025
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The extreme sacrifice that drives the exploding ants spotlights nature’s ability to enable survival at all costs.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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At its core, WTR equips organizations with the tools to detect and monitor cultural shifts, ensuring that businesses don’t just survive but thrive in global markets.—
Chris Gallagher,
USA Today,
6 Apr. 2025
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Schools must be equipped and required to implement best practices with fidelity.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Apr. 2025
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Around 170 workers were cut from the FDA's Office of Inspections and Investigations, according to two federal health officials who were not authorized to speak publicly.—
Alexander Tin,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2025
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The Senate resolution, introduced by Senator Tim Kaine, a Virginia Democrat, would repeal Trump's February emergency declaration authorizing the tariffs.—
Jason D. Greenblatt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Apr. 2025
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Employees with a knack for technology or analytical skills can be trained and empowered to take on more technical roles.—
Brad Smith,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Be Specific and Objective Feedback is a pivotal tool in empowering growth.—
Rolling Stone Culture Council,
Rolling Stone,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Qualify.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/qualify. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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